Over 30% of Americans suffer from hay fever allergies, and many may not even know it. Hay fever, which is an inflammation of the nasal passages, can be triggered by a variety of allergens. Hay fever symptoms manifest themselves as the same symptoms of many other allergies, and even the common cold, so proper diagnosis to receive effective hay fever relief may be difficult.
The most common hay fever symptoms are:
Runny nose
Nasal congestion
Itchy, watery eyes
Sneezing
Coughing
Sinus pressure
These symptoms can be caused by both indoor and outdoor allergens year round, which can make determining the cause of the irritation very tricky. With the help of an allergy specialist or through investigation if your own, you can figure our what is causing your hay fever symptoms and discover what treatment options work best for you.